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W elcome Welcome ttoo M arch March As we move from winter to spring, for a lot of us, life will start to get that little bit easier. The evenings will be lighter, the weather will be warmer (hopefully!) and new life will be popping up in the form of spring flowers and baby animals. Life may still be tough, but these little things are sure to bring a smile to our faces. Many of you will be desperate to hug your friends and family, and while we can’t help on that front, perhaps our cute front cover stars will give you hope that a hug isn’t too far away. Our March editorial content is full of useful ideas from DIY skincare and beauty tips, advice to help you start a vegetable patch, bathroom interior suggestions, and a simple but tasty and impressive recipe to treat your mum this Mother’s Day. There is also an important message from Roberta Smart to remind you that you are doing great and to celebrate the little wins. Whether you’re a parent or not, those little victories can help to keep your head up in these tough times.

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will enable you to follow along using bodyweight variations. • Online training is not a competition (unless it is one!) Work at your own pace and don’t try to keep up with the trainer/online fitness masochists; be conscious of the cues from your own body. • Be mindful of your breathing. Some trainers will make a recommendation, otherwise just focus on slow steady breaths – in through the nose, out through your mouth. Mask up if sharing a training space within a bubble! • Depending on the type of online platform you’re training on, you don’t have to have your camera on, but please remember to mute yourself during the training! • If you can’t keep up, focus on your form until you’ve built the confidence and fitness to get after it.

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Body Body Wash Wash Statistics are showing that we may not be showering as frequently while we’re homebound as when we were going to work every day! I hope this is not the case, but if you have been neglecting your wash routine, here is a little recommendation. I love Australian Bodycare Tea Tree Oil Skin Wash so much that I buy it by the litre. It is brilliant for removing any bacteria, and I love the f h smell of tea tree. If you it a little strong, just kn does not linger after y have bathed or showered. With so much hand washing at the moment I prefer to use this product as it does not strip the skin but is stil incredibly effective. If you prefer a citrus aroma you can now find this with all the same benefits.

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C Celebrate elebrate the the little little wins wins Remember the story of the Tortoise and the Hare? Well, I am thinking that right now, we are pretty much all in ‘tortoise mode’ and I want to remind you that this is perfect. Gone is the striving to win the race. All bets are off. Right now we are pretty much focused on simply getting through each day with our sanity intact, and that is a full time job! I wanted to reassure you that it is perfectly acceptable to feel like you have achieved literally nothing in your day; it is ok that your kids are not progressing in leaps and bounds in their maths assessments; and it is most definitely totally appropriate that you are seriously questioning all of your intimate relationships right now. Everyone feels flat and unmotivated and is it any wonder? People, these are not normal times, so let’s release our attachment to normal yardsticks, shall we? This March, let us instead focus on welcoming spring, finding small moments of bliss

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time for the refuse collection? You win! Had a domestic day and cleaned the bathroom? You win! Enjoyed a calm family dinner? Managed to navigate homeschooling, online learning and play referee to three under tens and survived? You win big time! Different times call for different approaches and you are doing an amazing job. And if you are flying solo, you too are commended for your resilience, courage and commitment to staying safe under very trying circumstances. So many of you cannot see your beloved family and friends right now and I want to acknowledge you. Living alone can be a wonderful, freeing experience but it can also be lonely and difficult, so please know that if this is you, I see you, you are noticed and not forgotten. To all the warriors staying the course this spring, you are honoured and recognised, and I am so very proud of you all. Until next month, stay safe! Page 11

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Bathroom Bathroom bliss bliss Apparently, we are spending more time in the bathroom. I’m not surprised all that extra time we have at home, and with home schooling, frazzled mums desperately need a sanctuary to chill out. When my kids were small a favourite book was Five Minutes’ Peace, about a mummy elephant trying (and failing) to find a quiet moment away from the family – in the bath! Now is the perfect time to think about giving your bathroom a refresh. Here are some ideas to help you create your own bath-time haven.

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2. 2. A room room to to relax relax in in To create your dream bath-time sanctuary, think about a vintage style freestanding bath painted an amazing colour – it will look great on Instagram! For a contemporary look, go for a bath in an interesting shape. For a more affordable solution, opt for a fitted design in classic white, and choose a nice bath panel to match your scheme – wood strips or tiles always look smart.

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4 4.. S Smart mart d decor ecor If you don’t want to break the bank, stick to a cosmetic update. A new lick of paint can make a real difference. Don’t be afraid to be bold with colour – teal, dark blue or pink look great above white tiles. Wallpaper is an increasingly popular option (you can protect it with lacquer) – I have my eye on a dreamy mural above my bath. Hang extra-large mirrors paired with wall lights to bounce around the light, and don’t skimp on the taps or the heated towel rail – it’s the small things that make a difference.

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